Aquatics Coaching Guide - Special Olympics

Teaching Aquatics Skills – Squad Level Training
Freestyle Drills
Coaching Tips
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Swimmer must lie on side at all times, lower arm outstretched, palm down, upper arm stretched over upper
thigh, ear/head relaxed on lower arm.
Upper shoulder must stay pointing to roof and must not roll over when executing breathing.
Scissor-kick action with fins.
Practice with and without kickboard.
Use this drill regularly, as it simulates the swimmer’s body position in the breathing phase of the stroke.
Freestyle Lateral Drill Extension
Purpose of the Drill
Develop correct body position in the water.
Develop correct breathing pattern.
Develop bilateral breathing.
Special Olympics Aquatics Coaching Guide
Created: February 2004